Brightness at Risk

Instead of eagerly anticipating a new beginning, most gifted students suffer through the first half of the school year in a state of boredom as their days are wasted with needless reviews of subject matter they’ve already mastered. Often, these learners see the holidays come and go before they are presented with challenging new material.

Some parents may view this scenario and think “if my child were only so lucky.” The reality, however, is that our failure to address this alarming underinvestment in our nation’s education system leaves us vulnerable and ill-prepared for the future. — Sally M. Reis 09/14/08